News Summary
Hampton is gearing up for an exciting college baseball matchup as Old Dominion University (ODU) hosts Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) on April 15 at War Memorial Stadium. The game, set to begin at 6 p.m., showcases both teams vying to improve their season records. With ticket prices ranging from $10 to $20, fans can look forward to an action-packed evening filled with high-stakes baseball. The matchup promises thrilling moments, player highlights, and a chance to follow the live game action through various platforms.
Hampton Gears Up for Old Dominion vs. VCU Showdown!
Hey there, Hampton! Get ready to catch some exciting college baseball action as Old Dominion University (ODU) is all set to host Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) on April 15 at the iconic War Memorial Stadium. The first pitch is lined up for 6 p.m., and it promises to be a thrilling midweek match!
For those who wish to follow along, you can tune into the game on Fox Sports Radio 1310 AM, where Ted Alexander and Andy Mashaw will bring all the action directly to your speakers. And if you prefer to keep an eye on live game statistics, those will be available too, allowing you to track every play in real-time!
Current Season Standings
Both teams are itching to improve their records. As of now, ODU holds a season record of 12-21 and is sitting at 7-8 in the Sun Belt Conference. Meanwhile, VCU is also seeking a win, currently at 11-24 with a 5-10 record in the Atlantic 10 Conference.
Ticket Information
If you’re planning to attend, tickets are selling quickly! You can grab your seats through the Peninsula Pilots website. Here’s a quick breakdown of the ticket prices:
- General admission: $10
- Grandstand seating: $15
- Field-level box seats: $20
- Free admission: ODU students with a valid student ID
Old Dominion’s Recent Performance
ODU enters this game riding a wave of momentum, having snatched victory in four of their last five games! Their recent series against Georgia Southern saw them clinch a series win with a 2-1 record. The thrilling summary of their last series is as follows:
- Friday: Won 7-6
- Saturday: Lost 5-4
- Sunday: Won 15-10, complete with an explosive 10-run eighth inning!
Thanks to this series win, ODU’s RPI (Ratings Percentage Index) made a notable jump from 96 to 69.
Player Highlights
Some standout performers for ODU include:
- Zach Leite: Impressively batting .333
- Scotty Young: Following close with .314
- Efrain Morales: Hitting .294
- Kyle Edwards: Just shy at .293
- Kainen Jorge: Rounding out the top five at .276
When it comes to power hitters, watch out for ODU, as players like TJ Aiken, Kyle Edwards, Tyler Zedalis, and Kainen Jorge have all launched four home runs each this season. Zach Leite and Kainen Jorge lead the team with 22 RBIs each, while Kyle Edwards has contributed an impressive 27 runs scored.
VCU’s Current Situation
On the other side of the diamond, VCU is looking to bounce back after dropping two of three games to George Mason last weekend. They put up a good fight, but ultimately, the results shook out like this:
- First game: Lost 4-2
- Second game: Won 10-6
- Third game: Lost 6-5
For VCU, Adrian Jimenez has been a standout batter, boasting an impressive .349 average. He’s supported by teammates Trent Adelman and Nick Flores, who contribute with batting averages of .289 and .286, respectively.
Historical Context
In the historical backdrop of this rivalry, ODU leads the all-time series against VCU 93-60, and the last meeting saw ODU take the win, finishing 14-8 against VCU.
Looking Ahead
Mark your calendars, as ODU and VCU will meet again on May 7 at 6 p.m. For now, the Monarchs will be looking to maintain their momentum before they host Louisiana for a three-game series later in the week.
So, whether you’re a die-hard baseball fan or just looking for some midweek excitement, the game on April 15 promises to be a fantastic showdown. Grab your tickets and get ready to cheer on ODU this Tuesday!
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Additional Resources
- Virginia Sports: Old Dominion vs. VCU Photo Gallery
- ODU Sports: Women’s Lacrosse to Travel to VCU
- BVM Sports: Baseball Falls in Series Finale Against George Mason
- WTKR: Former ODU Baseball Coach Guzzo Passes Away
- Sports Illustrated: Virginia Baseball 2025 Schedule Announced
- Wikipedia: College Baseball
- Google Search: Old Dominion University baseball
- Google Scholar: Old Dominion baseball
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Baseball (sport)
- Google News: Old Dominion baseball
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